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Festival Paella Catering for Bishopsbourne events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Bishopsbourne and the surrounding area.
- Sports club events
- Seasonal markets
- School fairs and fundraisers
Festival paella catering in Bishopsbourne
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Summer events in Bishopsbourne have daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer and about 7:00pm by late September, so evening trading generally finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter markets, dark by about 3:50pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Send us your event details and pitch information.
- We send our menu, needs and paperwork.
- We set up on time.
- We cook in full view and serve all event.
- We pack down and tidy the pitch.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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How our festival paella catering works in Bishopsbourne
Crew and volunteer catering can be timed to your schedule, keeping your team fed. For agricultural and county shows and sports club events, we’ll put together a menu of vegan paella, seafood paella and churros for your guests.
At a field event near Bishopsbourne, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
FAQs for Bishopsbourne
How far is Bishopsbourne from London?
About 56 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How much does festival paella catering cost in Bishopsbourne?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we will reply with a price.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you trade at our festival or fair?
Send us the event details, dates and pitch information, and we will check availability.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
What festival paella catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
- How many staff you need
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Bishopsbourne events: pitches and permissions
Bishopsbourne is about 4 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the CT4 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Mary, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Bishopsbourne, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
This part of Kent takes in CT4, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Street, Park Lane and Crows Camp Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to Bishopsbourne for festival paella catering include Kingston (1 mile south-east), Bridge (1 mile north), Out Elmstead (1 mile south-east), Marley (1 mile south) and Patrixbourne (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south) and Ramsgate (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.2 miles north-west).
- Pubs nearby include The Mermaid Inn (within half a mile south-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
A crowd-pleaser for meat eaters.
Vegan paella
A proper vegan main, in its own pan.
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Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Flat, firm ground
- Access for unloading at set-up
- Room for our cooking and serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Bishopsbourne
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Giant paella pans
- Tapas
- Vegan paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Who books festival paella catering in Bishopsbourne?
It suits outdoor events of all sizes.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Food and music festivals
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Community events and open days
- Charity and school events
For visitors coming by rail, Bekesbourne station is about 2.2 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each dish
- Whether VAT is included
Live paella or other catering?
Not every trader covers vegans. A paella stall can have a vegan pan alongside the rest. Larger events generally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Bishopsbourne
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff